Nickel Raney Catalyst for Methanol Synthesis from Germany
Highly active sponge nickel catalyst used in industrial methanol production from syngas, promoting hydrogenation reactions. Falls under HTS 3815.90.5000 as a reaction initiator and catalytic preparation not elsewhere specified.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Pyrophoric classification demands special packaging under DOT 4.2; inert gas certificates needed
• Specify activation method in invoices; avoids confusion with base nickel powders
• Industrial end-use letters prevent consumer chemical misrouting